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Estreya

es-TRAY-uh · Star, or of debated origin; possibly a modern invention.

Peak popularity
2003
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady.

Popularity of Estreya since 1994

Babies named Estreya per year in U.S. Social Security records.

71421200020102020Most births 2003Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1990s20
2000s113
2010s67
2020s0

Meaning & origin

Estreya is a modern name that first entered U.S. birth records in 1994 and reached its peak in 2003, the year it was given to the most babies. Since then, usage has remained stable but very low, consistently below 1 in every 10,000 births. The name's trajectory suggests it has never gained widespread popularity, but it appeals to parents seeking a celestial, feminine name with a contemporary sound. Its resemblance to the Spanish 'estrella' (star) gives it an intuitive meaning, though its exact derivation is uncertain. Estreya fits into the 2000s trend of names like Stella and Luna, and while data on top states is unavailable, its usage is scattered across the U.S.

Estreya is likely a modern creative respelling of Esther, or a feminine form of Estre, itself derived from the Spanish word 'estrella' meaning star. It first appeared in U.S. records in the 1990s, reflecting a trend of unique names with celestial associations. The name remains uncommon, with usage concentrated in the early 2000s.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Esty, Essie, Teya

Variants: Estrella, Esther, Estela

Sibling names for Estreya

Names that share Estreya's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Luna, Nova, Stella, Aurora, Celeste

Brothers: Orion, Felix, Leo, Milo, Asher

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Estreya mean?
Estreya is likely derived from the Spanish word for 'star' (estrella) or from the name Esther, which may mean 'star' in Persian. It is a modern, stylish variant.
Is Estreya a popular name?
Estreya is very rare. It first appeared in U.S. data in 1994, with its peak usage in 2003, but it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names.
Can Estreya be used for boys?
Estreya is almost exclusively used for girls; in U.S. records it has always been recorded as a female name.